Georgia judge is found dead in courtroom on final day on bench

Severe thunderstorms, hail, and tornadoes hit the Midwest and South, causing seven deaths and widespread damage. Another round of storms, including life-threatening flash flooding, is forecast for the region, affecting 70 million people from central Michigan to northern Texas. Over 300,000 utility customers are without power in the Midwest, with heavy rainfall expected in the West and snow showers in South Lake Tahoe. Full Article

As President Trump considers bombing Tehran over nuclear concerns, the intelligence community believes Iran is not currently pursuing a nuclear weapon, according to Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Despite Iran's uranium enrichment, experts suggest there is no immediate threat. The U.S. is increasing military presence in the region, with Trump withdrawing from the 2015 nuclear deal and implementing sanctions to pressure Iran into negotiations. Full Article

Police in Western Australia confirmed a minor car crash involving Virginia Giuffre, one of Jeffrey Epstein's victims, but stated that no injuries were reported. Giuffre claimed the crash left her with only days to live due to kidney renal failure after being hit by a school bus. Despite the $2000 AUD damage to the car, it has not been officially confirmed if this was the crash Giuffre was involved in. Full Article

President Trump's political momentum faces a major test this week as Democrats aim to make down-ballot races a referendum on the White House, with state Supreme Court and House elections in Wisconsin and Florida seen as indicators of support for the president. Meanwhile, Trump is set to reveal details of a reciprocal tariff plan, labeled "Liberation Day," which investors fear could fuel inflation and slow consumer spending. The administration is also working on a deal...

The U.S. imposed sanctions on six high-level Chinese and Hong Kong officials for their crackdown on pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong and on U.S. soil, marking the first significant step by the new Trump administration to address human rights issues. The State Department accused the officials of using national security laws to intimidate and harass activists, including a U.S. citizen. The move was welcomed by Hong Kong activists in the U.S., while the Chinese embassy...

The NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament is down to the final four teams, with UConn facing UCLA and Texas facing South Carolina. UConn's Paige Bueckers looks to lead her team to a national championship and maintain the program's dominant legacy, while Texas' Madison Booker aims to bring a rare title to her school. South Carolina, led by coach Dawn Staley, seeks to defend their title and prove their prowess in women's college basketball. Full Article